Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bari. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 930 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Itabus ticket prices on this trip start at $14
Based on 879 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. MarinoBus ticket prices on this trip start at $31
Based on 140 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the power outlets. GoOpti ticket prices on this trip start at $1,339
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Rome - Bari
How far is Rome from Bari?
About 232 miles (375 km) separate Rome and Bari.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rome to Bari?
Most of the buses traveling from Rome to Bari leave from Rome Tiburtina Bus Station and arrive at Centrale. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Bari?
Once in Bari, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Castel Del Monte, Acquapark, Adrenalin Zone, Trani and The Waterfront.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09/30
$73
10/01
$18
Today
$49
10/03
$18
10/04
$12
10/05
$55
10/06
$13
10/07
$13
The cheapest trip from Rome to Bari was searched and found on Oct 4, 2025 with a price of $12
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rome to Bari, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $132 for a bus ticket from Rome to Bari based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-10-04.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rome and Bari!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Rome to Bari.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Rome to Bari that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Rome to Bari while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
What's the cheapest way to go from Rome to Bari?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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